How does Statesboro's water compare to the national average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Statesboro (≈ 0–59 mg/L) is 121 mg/L softer than average.

Statesboro Water Hardness & Quality Report (2026)

Water Hardness

soft

~0–59 mg/L

Soft

estimated · not lab-verified

Source

groundwater

pH Level

neutral = 7.0

Lead

0.004 mg/L

✓ Below action level

TDS

157 mg/L

Est. Daily Cost

$0.08

energy & soap waste

Source: See methodology section below · Updated 2026

soft~0–59 mg/LSoft · est.

0–60

mg/L

Soft

61–120

mg/L

Moderately Hard

121–180

mg/L

Hard

180+

mg/L

Very Hard

Appliance Damage Report

In Statesboro, your appliances are currently losing 4% efficiency due to mineral buildup.

Appliance	In Statesboro	Soft Water City	Efficiency Loss
Kettle	8.2 yrs	8.5 yrs	-4%
Washing Machine	11.5 yrs	12 yrs	-4%
Water Heater	14.4 yrs	15 yrs	-4%

Regional Water Comparison

How Statesboro compares to its nearest neighbours

City	Hardness	PFAS (ppt)	Risk	Source
▶ Statesboro, Georgia	≈ 0–59 mg/L	0 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater
Hinesville, Georgia	≈ 120–179 mg/L	0 ppt	🟠 Hard	groundwater
Pooler, Georgia	≈ 0–60 mg/L	29.6 ppt	🟢 Soft	reservoir
Vidalia, Georgia	≈ 120–179 mg/L	0 ppt	🟠 Hard	groundwater
Richmond Hill, Georgia	≈ 0–60 mg/L	0 ppt	🟢 Soft	groundwater

National Benchmark

How Statesboro compares to the USA average

Benchmark	Hardness	Appliance Risk
▶ Statesboro	≈ 0–59 mg/L	🟢 None
USA National Avg	151 mg/L	🟠 Moderate
Scarsdale Top Rated	0.02 mg/L	🟢 None

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What Makes Statesboro's Water Unique?

Local geology and source profile

Source: GroundwaterTDS: 157 mg/LpH: 7

City of Statesboro Water System serves approximately 36,846 people in Bulloch County, Georgia. The utility operates six active deep wells withdrawing raw water from the Floridan Aquifer, a limestone formation underlying the region. Water treatment occurs at each well site and includes chlorination for disinfection, fluoridation for dental health, and phosphate addition for iron and corrosion control. The system is regulated by the EPA and meets all Safe Drinking Water Act standards; annual water quality reports are available from the City of Statesboro Public Utilities Department.

Statesboro's supply originates from the Floridan Aquifer, a Paleocene–Eocene limestone formation that extends beneath the entire county and southward into Florida. The aquifer's geology is characterized by rapid water percolation through less mineral-rich sediments, producing a soft supply with relatively low concentrations of dissolved calcium and magnesium. This contrasts with harder-water regions in Georgia that overlie different geological formations or have slower groundwater transit times, which allow greater mineral dissolution from carbonate rock.

Soft water in Statesboro means minimal scale buildup in pipes and appliances, reduced soap scum formation, and lower maintenance demands on water heaters and dishwashers. A water softener is not necessary for hardness control, and the soft water is generally favorable for household plumbing longevity and cleaning efficiency. The system has reported at least one contaminant above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in the distribution system; monitoring continues under the Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) program. Residents may contact the Wastewater Treatment Plant at (912) 681-1161 for detailed annual water quality report information.

Geology & Source: Floridan Aquifer — Paleocene–Eocene limestone formation underlying Bulloch County; rapid percolation through less mineral-rich sediments yields low calcium and magnesium concentrations, producing soft to moderately soft water

Other Georgia Water Reports

Hinesville

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Pooler

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

Vidalia

≈ 120–179 mg/L

🟠 Hard

Richmond Hill

≈ 0–60 mg/L

🟢 Soft

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Statesboro's water safe to drink?

Yes. Statesboro's water meets all federal safety standards. The hardness is ≈ 0–59 mg/L (Soft), which is safe to drink. High hardness affects appliances and taste, but poses no health risk.

Do I need a water softener in Statesboro?

Statesboro's water is soft at ≈ 0–59 mg/L. A water softener is generally not necessary, though a carbon filter can improve taste and remove any remaining chlorine.

How does Statesboro compare to the USA average?

The USA national average is 151 mg/L. Statesboro (≈ 0–59 mg/L) is 121 mg/L below the national average. The softest major city is Scarsdale at just 0.02 mg/L.

Data Sources & Methodology

Water quality data for Statesboro is derived from geographic and geological modelling of the surrounding region. No federal monitoring station data was available for this location.

Estimated

Water Hardness

Modelled estimate based on state-level USGS geological survey data for this region. No direct USGS Water Quality Portal measurement was matched to this city — the value reflects a statistical range calibrated to the state's dominant rock types and typical source water characteristics.

Estimated

Estimated from regional geology and source water characteristics. pH is correlated with water hardness and local bedrock — values may differ from utility-reported figures.

Estimated

TDS — Total Dissolved Solids

Estimated using a derived ratio from water hardness and regional conductance profiles. TDS in natural water correlates strongly with total mineral content including hardness ions.

Measured

PFAS — Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

EPA UCMR5 (5th Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 2023–2025) — sum of PFAS compounds detected at the public water system serving this city. A value of 0 indicates the system was sampled with no detection above reporting limits.

Modelled

Lead

Modelled estimate based on the EPA Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile tap-sample methodology. No publicly available per-city lead dataset with sufficient national coverage exists. Values are a conservative baseline derived from city population tier and infrastructure age — all estimates are maintained below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L.

Calculated

Appliance Lifespan

Calculated from water hardness using a linear degradation model. Baseline lifespans represent soft-water performance (kettle: 8.5 yrs, washing machine: 12.0 yrs, water heater: 15.0 yrs). Hard water mineral scale progressively reduces operational life in direct proportion to hardness concentration.